Z1R Premium Headphones

Signature Series

One Signature Sound

Elevating the high-resolution sound experience from one you listen to, to one you can feel.

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Magnesium dome

Aluminium coated LCP Edge

Every note, every nuance.

Capture pure sound with the 70mm HD Driver

The newly developed diaphragm with Magnesium dome and Liquid Crystal Polymer edge enables up to 120kHz playback in High Resolution Audio. The result is unparalleled sound purity and precision.

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Housing frame

Acoustic filter

Housing protector

Pure sound, no added noise

Filtering out the unecessary with resonance-free housing

A special acoustic filter controls the air resistance and eliminates any reverberations produced by driver movement, so that only clean, crisp frequencies get through.

Sonic precision, design mastery

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Ergonomic sheepskin ear pads

The ergonomically crafted headphones are designed to comfortably encase your head in sound; preventing any from leaking and effectively delivering powerful lows. The genuine sheepskin ear pads cushion your ears in luxurious softness.

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Enfolding design structure

The enfolding design is tailored to wrap around the ear, sealing music in and keeping distractions out. Acoustics are reflected back towards your ears for the subtlest of sounds.

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Titanium and leather headband

Flexible and light, yet durable, for a more natural over ear fit. Beta titanium has high elasticity which will return to its original shape even when bent. Genuine leather adds sturdiness and comfort.

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Long wear comfort-optimised

The hanger and slider are manufactured with thin and high rigid aluminum alloy, which provides optimal comfort for a long time period of time without secular change.

Ergonomic sheepskin

Enfolding structure

Titanium and leather

Long-wear malleability

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Raising the bar on audio standards

The MDR-Z1R headphones have been engineered to deliver a wider frequency range, reproducing super low and super high frequencies of up to 120kHz. The wider dynamic range richly reproduces every minuscule sound. The result is an immersive, captivating listening experience.

Discover the MDR-Z1R

Learn about the technology and inspiration behind our most premium headphones, the MDR-Z1R.

Get the full package

Get the most out of your MDR-Z1R headphones with the included accessories

Hard case for storage

The headphones and accompanying cables come presented in a stylish storage case, with separated compartments and a luxury satin lining.

4.4Φ balanced connection cable

The newly developed 4.4Φ balanced connection cable separates left and right sound signals, while minimising signal transmission loss and resulting sound deterioration. The result is smoother high frequencies and superior sound quality.

Silver-coated oxygen-free copper

The MDR-Z1R uses silver-coated oxygen-free copper cables, designed to minimise resistance and signal-transmission loss. The result is less sound degradation, finer detail and smoother treble sounds.

Expertly crafted in Japan

Sony products made in Japan are synonymous with absolute quality and performance, and the MDR-Z1R headphones are no exception. They are lovingly crafted with only the finest components and manufacturing techniques; resulting in exceptional sound quality.

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1This product is also known as MDR-Z1R WW2

2Actual colour and dimension may differ from the screen image.

3Colours & features of the product shown may differ by model and country.

4Services availability depends on region. A part or whole of software/services installed into or accessible through the product may be changed, discontinued, removed, suspended, or terminated without notice.

5Features and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.